News Summary
Jason Isbell will celebrate his 10th annual residency at the Ryman Auditorium with special collaborations involving local schools and music programs. Running for ten days, the residency will feature unique performances that honor educators and students shaping future musical talents. Tickets go on sale soon, promising an array of talented opening acts and an inclusive atmosphere that represents diverse voices in the music industry.
Nashville: Jason Isbell Celebrates 10th Annual Ryman Residency with Local School Collaborations
Jason Isbell and his band, the 400 Unit, are set to return for their 10th annual residency at the Ryman Auditorium, performing a series of six concerts from October 16 to 25, 2025. This year’s residency promises to be special, featuring prominent collaborations with public schools and music programs in the Southeastern United States, designed to honor the educators and students shaping the next generation of musical talents.
Tickets for the residency will be available for purchase starting June 20, 2025, at 10 a.m. through the Ryman Auditorium’s official website, ryman.com. The performances will take place over the course of ten days, showcasing a diverse lineup of opening acts that highlight the rich educational programs focused on music and the arts.
Residency Schedule
The lineup for the residency is particularly noteworthy, with each performance featuring unique collaborations with local music educators:
- October 16: Nuçi’s Space Camp Amped Program featuring Women in STEM
- October 17: YEAH! Rocks Music Camp
- October 18: O.R.F. (Otis Redding Foundation) Allstars
- October 23: Wright Middle School Mariachi Ensemble
- October 24: Nashville School of the Arts
- October 25: LOVEUnited
A Legacy of Inclusivity
Isbell’s previous residencies at the Ryman have included carefully curated lineups that focus on inclusivity and representation, featuring artists from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ performers and all-women artists. This commitment to inclusivity is expected to continue in the upcoming residency.
About Jason Isbell
Jason Isbell is a celebrated musician with a prominent place in the Americana music scene. He has won a total of six Grammy Awards and nine Americana Music Honors & Awards, solidifying his reputation as one of the leading voices in contemporary American music. Isbell has released several acclaimed albums, both as part of the 400 Unit and as a solo artist, including his most recent work, Foxes In The Snow, which was released in 2024.
The tradition of multi-night residencies at the Ryman Auditorium began in 2014, with the exception of 2016 and 2020, when the events were impacted by the global pandemic. Each year, the residency draws in crowds from across the region, as well as tourists eager to experience live music in one of the most historic venues in the country.
Conclusion
With the upcoming residency in October 2025, Jason Isbell continues to celebrate music’s powerful role in education and community engagement. This year’s collaboration with local schools not only showcases the talents of young musicians but also reinforces the importance of arts education in shaping the future of music.
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Additional Resources
- Tennessean: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Ryman Residency Fall 2025
- Rolling Stone: Jason Isbell 2025 Ryman Residency Dates
- Music Row: Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit Announce 2025 Ryman Residency
- Nashville Scene: Jason Isbell Ryman 2025 Youth Music Programs
- Wikipedia: Jason Isbell
